VANGUARD SKIN SPECIALISTS
NPI 1477326163
Dermatology in Colorado Springs, CO

Active since November 03, 2023CLIA 06D2204670 · Microscopy
6215 CORPORATE DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919(719) 355-1585(719) 623-2983 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 1, 2024, Nov 3, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Vanguard Skin Specialists NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

VANGUARD SKIN SPECIALISTS (NPI 1477326163) is a healthcare organization registered as a dermatology in Colorado Springs, Colorado and active in the NPI registry since November 2023. The organization holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through December 9, 2026 and lists Amber Gust-allen, Revenue Cycle Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477326163
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Legal Business NameVANGUARD MEDICAL SPECIALISTS, LLC
Location Address6215 CORPORATE DRColorado Springs, CO 80919-1917
Mailing AddressPo Box 5088Denver, CO 80217-5088 · (719) 355-1585 · Fax (719) 623-2983
Fax(719) 623-2983
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialAmber Gust-allenRevenue Cycle Manager · (719) 465-5643
Enumeration DateNovember 3, 2023
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 1, 2024
✔ NPI 1477326163 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 8

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Also ListedDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryTaxonomy 207ND0101X
Also ListedDermatology · DermatopathologyTaxonomy 207ND0900X
Also ListedDermatology · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X
Also ListedOtolaryngology · Facial Plastic SurgeryTaxonomy 207YS0123X
Also ListedPlastic SurgeryTaxonomy 208200000X
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X
6215 CORPORATE DR, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Other Names 1

Doing Business AsVanguard Skin Specialists

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Vanguard Skin Specialists is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

18

Medicare enrollment records show 18 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Vanguard Skin Specialists, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 13 practice within 10 miles. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 5

Dermatology9
Nurse Practitioner3
Otolaryngology3
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)2
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery1

Clinicians, nearest first (18)

Otolaryngology
NPI 1235321993
2060 BRIARGATE PKWY STE 120
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(719) 301-3800
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.5 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1053183095
8540 SCARBOROUGH DR STE 300
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(719) 755-0720
✔ PECOS5.2 mi
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)
NPI 1851411409
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY SUITE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1336456151
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1326545328
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
NPI 1801087044
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)
NPI 1730364167
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1467709972
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY SUITE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1518233972
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1588130157
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1649625351
9348 GRAND CORDERA PKWY STE 160
Colorado Springs, CO 80924
(719) 355-1585
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.3 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1679718027
1710 JET STREAM DR STE 105
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 600-1791
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.5 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1801352539
10TH MDG 4102 PINION DR
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 333-5292
✔ PECOS5.8 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1922529965
1175 S PERRY ST STE 220
Castle Rock, CO 80104
(720) 615-6400
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare30 mi
Otolaryngology
NPI 1104041326
2352 MEADOWS BLVD SUITE 290
Castle Rock, CO 80109
(303) 268-2222
✔ PECOS34 mi
Otolaryngology
NPI 1740674167
1501 W MINERAL AVE STE 270
Littleton, CO 80120
(303) 795-5587
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare46 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1275896045
36065 SANTA FE AVE
Fort Hood, TX 76544
(254) 288-8000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare668 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1972166593
1430 TULANE AVE # 8036
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 988-5114
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1,042 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) 06D2204670

Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC · Colorado Springs, CO
Active · expires Dec 9, 2026
CLIA Number06D2204670
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateDecember 10, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateDecember 9, 2026
Laboratory DirectorDr. Maria Sheron
Laboratory Phone(719) 355-1585
Laboratory LocationVanguard Medical Specialists, LLC13492 Bass Pro Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory in which a physician, midlevel practitioner or dentist performs no tests other than the microscopy procedures. This certificate permits the laboratory to also perform waived tests.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC is 1477326163. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on November 3, 2023. The provider is doing business as Vanguard Skin Specialists.

Where is Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC located?

Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC is located at 6215 Corporate Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80919. The listed phone number is (719) 355-1585.

What is Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 18 clinicians in 5 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Dermatology (9), Nurse Practitioner (3) and Otolaryngology (3). Of these, 13 practice within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Does Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 06D2204670) is associated with this NPI, valid through December 9, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vanguard Medical Specialists, LLC was last updated on April 1, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.